Gathering beloved objects and collectibles together in artistic vignettes makes a house a home. Sometimes one can try to be decorative but feel like their placement efforts just look like a bunch of stuff stuck on a desk or table top. How do the professionals make everything look so attractive? How do they make things […]
These tips and tricks will walk you through the basics of how to create a vignette, plus my favorite items to incorporate when decorating.
I recently posted about my friend's house here. I had mentioned that her home had been selected to be one of the homes on the Bethany Beach Cottage House Tour. Out of all the entries, her home was chosen as the one to be featured in the July issue of "Beach Life Magazine". I had shared the rooms in her home, now I want to share all the vignettes she has created with her vintage treasures. Bamboo and covered suitcase in the foyer. Walking sticks and umbrellas with fancy handles. Vintage desk and chair. Notice the unique pedestal and cloche on the small table. Her grandfather, father and husband are all athletes. She created a gallery wall with their sports photos. She sewed her father's sports letters onto the pillow. A collection of trophies, vintage books, and a rare wicker mannequin. Framed shell prints. Silver plate bowls with compacts and Santos' hands. Even her laundry has her special touch. Another corner of the laundry. Fabulous bamboo cabinet. Another bamboo shelf. A built-in cabinet in one of the bathrooms. Stairwell view. And the room that I covet, her workroom. The other side of the work room. A final image of the workroom. What do you think? Pretty amazing.
Image via www.samperton.com Been a while since I've cooed over a fantastic table vignette - this one by Schuyler Samperton is so bea...
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This month I'm so excited to be a part of the August Pinterest Challenge! Each month Cindy from County Road 407 and several blogger friends recreate their own version of a photo Cindy has found on Pinterest and then do a blog hop "tour." This is my first Pinterest Challenge & I'm thrilled. A big
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Not having any idea what to blog about at this minute, I decided that posting pictures would satisfy my craving for at least making another post. I am in the process of not only painting my bathroom, but also 4 chairs, 1 end table, 1 larger table, not to mention all the items that need to be stained....I may not be done with any of it-but I am giving it one heck of a try....
Hello everyone, I hope you are enjoying this first weekend of September. Already, I am noticing a warmer golden light streaming in through the windows. I have been playing a little in photoshop elements today-I have so much I would love to learn about this program. I hope to do some tutorials when the weather gets cooler but I am not in any rush -I want to enjoy these final days of summer for awhile yet. What about you are you looking forward to Autumn or hanging onto summer for as long as you can? We are having all of our grandchildren up for a sleepover shortly so I better get ready for them - it should be a lively time! Thank you for visiting, Carolyn
Homeowners looking to create a peaceful interior design that gives them sanctuary from the troubles of everyday life many times turn to the ever-popular romantic cottage style associated with bed and breakfast inns. Also called flea market style because the character and charm is found in the many treasures found at flea markets and antique malls. Since this style features a homey collected look, much emphasis is put on collectibles and handmade items. Cottage style decorating is meant for real living, which makes it perfect for the budget decorator! Creating the Cottage look can be done with any style home. A room should evolve over time for maximum charm and contain such elements as weathered finishes, faded florals, and furnishings with history. Below are some more tips for creating a cozy, relaxed, and yes, even a romantic mood. Just a word of advice...this is a style women love and men.....not so much, especially if you go overboard with the frills. Maybe for a week end at a bed and breakfast but not every day living. Just use restraint !!! There is a tendency to get this style confused with the more European shabby look. Many people end up with a combination of the two. An upcoming post will look at that style in more depth. pinkinki.net White wicker furniture with pretty printed pillows and flowers. No matter what style home you have this combination will definitely set the stage for the Cottage look. My advice is to ALWAYS aim for authentic antique and vintage furniture if you truly want to project this style. via pinterest This style is not about perfection. Chippy furniture is embraced in this style and adds to the charm. lavenderhousevintage.co.uk lady-gray-dreams.tumblr.com Wall paper is a good choice for the Cottage Style interior. Display pretty collectible like these hats and canes. Since this is a "colleced over time" look, be sure to purchase antique and vintage collectibles and display them in pretty cupboards. This homeowner has papered the inside of their display case with a lovely wallpaper. Slipcovers, pillows, quilts and tablecloths are all hallmarks of a romantic vacation spot like a bed and breakfast. Collect vintage linens from antique and collectible stores and flea markets. pinterest.com One of the gorgeous qualities of this style is the use of soft colors, and neutral color palettes. Soft neutrals such as eggshell whites, sky blue, and soft roses and neutral beige and tans give a cottage style appeal to Cottage Style interiors. livingpierside.tumblr.com This style won't break the bank and is one of the easiest styles to use if you are starting out with nothing and are on a strict budget. If you are a collector and like finding treasures, this style is definitely for you. ideasforho.me Scour flea markets for inexpensive pieces that you can transform into heirlooms with wallpaper, decoupage and painting techniques. midnightpoem.tumblr.com Pretty tea sets, plates, and other vintage accessories are an important part of the Cottage Style. miss-rose-sister-violet.tumblr. via pinterest I have always collected antiques and in the 80's my style was more English Cottage. I actually had this set and sold it to an antiques dealer. My style changed and I sold an entire collection of accessories. Was pleasantly surprised when I saw this picture on Pinterest. It is difficult to find complete sets....could it be mine??? That's what happens many times when your styles change, you get rid of things so you can buy different treasures. google.com Aqua is a popular cottage color. Always mix in some pretty antique furniture! eugeniamariaefendy.blogspot.com Painted furniture is popular with this style. Also consider adding quaint lighting such as wall sconces and tole painted chandeliers. source unknown I featured this Cottage kitchen once before but it is so cute I had to share again in this post. White cabinets look lovely in this style kitchen. Also consider papering your ceiling!! yourdecoratinghotline.com And flowers...always flowers! Create romantic nooks and window seating filled with pillows....anything that adds charm!! Cottage prints are more in the line of country style. Pink is a very popular color. warrengrovegarden.blogspot. Wallpaper with large floral sprays are perfect for Cottage interiors. zuhairah-homeinteriordesign.blogspot.com Cottage Style is all about being relaxed and cozy so don't be afraid of mismatched patterns. frenchlaundryblog.b... Just think quaint when you are decorating with this style. If you have new fixtures, do anything to add charm. Here for instance they have paneled around their bath tub to give it a more vintage feel. Claw foot tubs are excellent too! berengia.tumblr.com Another romantic Cottage bathroom. Use a pedestal sink or find a pretty vintage piece in which to install your sink. theoldpaintedcottage.com Cottage style decorating offers a casual approach to decorating your home, no matter where you live or the size of your space. It is an inviting and imaginative style, and if you love to mix and match furniture and accessories, it is hard to go wrong with this approach. indulgy.com And, of course, the vintage look spotlights antique family heirlooms...... zsazsabellagio.com with accents that include handkerchiefs and even clothing and jewelry. via pinterest cardinalacre.tumblr.com A cute idea for a Cottage home. I know I sound like a broken record but don't go overboard with ruffles. via facebook A beautiful Cottage style dining area. bhg.com The gingham background sets the stage for a pretty mix of patterns. This bed with lattice trim and a pergola like canopy is the perfect addition. via pinterest An easy way to combine pattern in the cottage style is to look for different patterns that all have a white background and similar color schemes. source unknown Handmade crafts are nice accessories for the Cottage home. Just don't go overboard. You don't want your home to look like a craft shop. prettypetals.typepad.com Wallpaper your risers for the perfect Romantic Cottage stairways. berengia.tumblr.com A few doilies scattered about adds to the appeal of Romantic Cottage home.... romantiskahem.blogspot.com even if they are on the floor!! queenbee1924.tumblr.com Touches of lace are always pretty and work well with this style. Just don't get carried away. Same with ruffles. Too many can overpower your room and cause it to lose the soft vintage feel that is the very essence of Romantic Cottage. Make sure the lace enhances and doesn't overpower and take away from your look. whimsicalraindropco... Many rooms are furnished with antique wrought iron beds and pretty floral bed coverings and quilts. Look for rag or hooked rugs for your floors. frenchlaundryblog.b... Either purchase or learn to make your own painted furniture. Pink, blue, green, aqua and white are the most popular colors in the romantic Cottage style. beautifulambience.tumblr.com via pinterest source unknown meme-rose.blogspot.com.au Pretty embroidered pieces are just the thing to give a vintage hand made look to any room. You can find lovely pieces on Ebay or Etsy. 2.bp.blogspot.com Slipcovered furniture is also a popular element when decorating a Cottage Style interior. rosegardenromantic.blogspot. decoholic.org via pinterest Pretty muted colors and soft fabric are what you want to focus on in decorating your Romantic Cottage home. Try to find vintage if you can. via facebook Personally I prefer just a few painted pieces mixed in with antique furniture but many like this homeowner fill their room with painted pieces. via pinterest Many times rooms include florals, (soft pinks, reds, and greens), and white wicker furniture. Romantic Cottage creates a soft, pretty, and comfortable atmosphere. via pinterest Pink and blue are also perfect colors for the Romantic Cottage interior. And look for collectibles like these to display. And last but not least, there HAS to be roses!! 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"Why do two colors, put one next to the other, sing? Can one really explain this? no." ~Pablo Picasso I have been making time lately to do things that renew me - taking pictures, drawing, singing, dancing, going out with my Mum and sister, eating yummy food, reading, looking at beautiful things etc, etc. If I can fit even one of those things into a busy schedule the whole week is happier and I am more peaceful inside. I love to look at other people's beautiful pictures and read their thoughts - I added more than twenty new blogs to my blog list that I hope you will take the time to browse through! They are all absolutely wonderful! The photos that I am posting today were inspired by one picture that I took for the Rachel Ashwell post - I downloaded it to the computer and thought: "Wouldn't it be neat to do a whole set of photos in these bright colors!" ...I am a fan of pastels as you know but there are some truly beautiful things in bright shades that just grab your attention and hold you spellbound. Here are a few things from my home in bright jewel tones and a little drawing from my sketchbook (She is a companion to the Darkling Dolls - 'Odd Doll Wind-up'). Have fun! Drawing by Jennelise
No wonder we... the color orange... decor hell. I am positive this is where they stash prisoners of war to get them to tell their secrets.
We had the absolute honor this past weekend to host someone so gifted and am amazing friend at our shop & I had to come on her and share about it today with you guys because I'm still on a high from it. I don't always talk about our shop on here & maybe I should more often. If you didn't know I own The Found Cottage in Hudsonville, MI with two other amazing ladies & it has truly been a dream come true these past few years. It's hard work, but so rewarding & something I've always wanted to
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I have a thing for vintage kitchen scales. Not sure why exactly but ever since I started my hobby of treasure hunting, they just seem to call to me. Perhaps it is the lovely combo of being pretty a…
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